Patients with chronic kidney disease often find themselves in a tough spot. They rely heavily on hemodialysis to keep their bodies functioning. This treatment is crucial, but it comes with a big problem. Many patients end up being passive. They receive treatment without taking an active role in their own care. This passive approach can lead to some serious issues. W...
Surgeons often use a procedure called endoscopic submucosal dissection to treat early stomach cancer. This method is usually quite effective. However, sometimes it doesn't work as well as hoped. This is known as a non-curative resection. This means the cancer is not fully removed. The goal of a recent study was to figure out why this happens. The study looked at...
Trauma and eating disorders often go hand in hand. Yet, the impact of trauma on the recovery journey is not well understood. This is especially true when it comes to complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). CPTSD is more than just PTSD. It also involves struggles with self-identity and emotions. Understanding how PTSD and CPTSD affect eating disorder treatment...
Cancer treatments have come a long way, especially with the help of chemotherapy. This treatment has been a game-changer for many patients, especially those with advanced or spread-out cancer. But, there's a twist. Chemotherapy can make things tricky when it comes to surgery, especially in urgent cases like an acute abdomen. A team of medical professionals decided t...
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It mainly impacts the hips and knees, causing pain and limiting movement. Doctors often use various treatments to manage OA, but figuring out what works best for each person can be tricky. One approach that has gained attention is quantitative sensory testing (QST). This method measu...
Sinonasal adenoid cystic carcinoma, or ACC, is a tricky cancer. It's rare, but it's known for sneaking along nerves and coming back years after treatment. This makes it a tough opponent. A recent study took a close look at how patients with this cancer fared over 15 years. The focus was on the details of the disease and how well different treatments worked. The stud...
Invisalign is a popular choice for straightening teeth. But what if someone has a lower front tooth removed? How well does Invisalign work in this situation? This is what a recent study set out to explore. The focus was on how well Invisalign could move teeth and close gaps after a lower front tooth was taken out. The study also looked at how often small spaces betwe...
Substance use disorders, or SUDs, are a big challenge. They affect millions of people worldwide. One approach to tackling this issue is patient-centered care, or PCC. This approach focuses on the patient's needs, preferences, and values. The idea is to make the patient feel more in control of their treatment. But does this approach actually lead to better outcomes? ...
Pituitary tumors, also known as adenomas, are quite common. They often lead to hormone imbalances and vision issues. In 2017, the World Health Organization changed how these tumors are classified. Now, doctors use special proteins called transcription factors: PIT1, TPIT, and SF1. These proteins help identify the type of pituitary cells involved in the tumor. ...
Parotid gland cancers are a rare type of head and neck cancer. They start in the parotid glands, which are located near the ears. These cancers can spread to nearby lymph nodes in the neck, a process known as metastasis. This spread can make treatment more challenging. Understanding how and where these cancers spread is crucial for planning effective treatment. Rese...